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** 3 Star Resources ** == [|**Edwize**] Publisher: Maintained by the United Federation of Teachers, the New York Affliate of American Federation of Teachers (Education, News and Opinion) Purpose and Description of Blog: Edwize is sponsored by the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) as a place where members, public education advocates and others can express opinions in an effort to establish an agora of informed commentary on public education and labor issues. The views expressed here are not necessarily the official views of the UFT, New York State United Teachers or the American Federation of Teachers. Anyone who claims otherwise is violating the spirit and purpose of this blog. Rating: I like the New Teachers Diaries section, it is a great way to read about things going on inside a real classroom. I give this blog 3 stars. I found this source interesting and reliable however, I wish more information about using technology in the classroom was provided. Julie Budd

[|2 Cents Worth] Author: David Warlick Purpose of the Blog: This is a place for David to express his thoughts from any given moment. He states that the bolg could be compared to a diary. Warlick asks a lot of questions about education and technology for readers to ponder. Rating: I gave this blog 3 stars. Warlick poses interesting and thought provoking questions but does not always provide a resource for the use of technology. Meghan Cole

[|Beth Knittle] Author: Beth Knittle Purpose of Blog: To share experiences in her classroom and connect with other educators. Used as a tool for educators to grow. Rating: I gave this blog 3 stars. I like that the format is a place where teachers can share their insites and experiences. I would ask for more resources to support posts. Kristin Bailey

[|Teachers First] Publisher/Author: The Source of Learning, Inc. Purpose of the Blog: Teachersfirst.com is a resource guide by teachers, for teachers. The blog is designed to give you tips, ideas and support in the classroom. They also discuss political topics that are important to education. Rating: I gave this blog 3 stars. FT provides ways for educators to stay current in an ever changing world. Kristin Bailey

[|Miguel Guhlin] Author: Miguel Guhlin Purpose of the Blog: The site provides ways for teachers to become more resourceful and efficient in the classroom. There is a strong focus on the use of technology and the importance of leadership. Rating: I like that entries have suggestions of accomplishing tasks. I gave this blog 3 starts. Kristin Bailey

[|Facebook] <span style="color: #ff00ff; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Author: Bill <span style="color: #ff00ff; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Purpose of the Blog: This is a blog for Bill to share his thoughts and ideas. On this specific blog he discusses facebook and how everyone is very open with their lives to the public by choice. Bill proposes the question "What if the government had a website like this". Would we all be willing to publically display our thoughts, feelings, and/or pictures? The outcome of a government website like this would have to many negative reactions. <span style="color: #ff00ff; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Rating: I gave this 3 stars because Bill has some interesting questions and concerns but doesn't elaborate. Jeanne Clark-McKay

<span style="font-family: 'Lucida Console',Monaco,monospace;"><span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">[|art ed + web 2.0 + [emerging media blog]] <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> Brief description: This is a blog authored by Melanie Buffington. In this blog, she discusses the uses of Web 2.0 in art and museum education. Resources: There are many links to discussions about the pros and cons of using Web 2.0. Links are also provided to resources and ideas related to art education. Rating: This site seems to be geared toward an older student base but it is very well organized. Visually, it is a little bland so I have a hard time concentrating on it for too long. 3 stars. Tanya Coates